2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 969 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Explorer | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3230 mm |
